Top Laptops for the Video Editor

Your options 9 top results, ranging in price from ∼ US$820 to US$1474, with accessories.

• #1, Laptops ($1325 - $1625)

  

  Dell G3 15" Gaming Laptop from US$1100;
  ~$1474 with accessories

  Capable of delivering fluid performances for the most demanding games currently out there, this laptop features impressive components, especially considering th... Read More about the i3590-7971BLK-PCA

  • the Hardcore Gamer
  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Tinkerer
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  performance in Video Editing

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-9750H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.55 x 25.40 x 2.16 cm

  Weight: 2.350 kg

  detailed info

  from US$1099.99

  • US$1099.99 from Dell (US) (New)
    as of 2020-02-22 03:23:01, EST
  • US$1134.37 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-02-22 04:42:08, EST
  • US$1285.62 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2020-02-22 04:47:46, EST
  • US$1361.24 from Dell (Canada) (New)
    as of 2020-02-22 05:09:26, EST

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  Dell G3 15" Gaming Laptop from US$650;
  ~$870 with accessories

  With a bit more oomph than the average laptop, this model makes a pretty compelling computer for the creative type on a budget. It's also capable of handling qu... Read More about the ni153590_sb_s02e

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	1/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-9300H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.55 x 25.40 x 2.16 cm

  Weight: 2.350 kg

  detailed info

  US$642.8 from Dell (Canada) (New) as of 2020-02-22 17:07:49, EST

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• #1, Laptops ($850 - $1025)

  

  Asus ROG Strix G 15-inch Gaming Laptop from US$760;
  ~$1020 with accessories

  This laptop is capable of handling quite a few games, but its additional graphical horsepower can also come in handy with creative programs... Read More about the GL531GT-BH51-CB

  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Tinkerer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	1.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-9300H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.07 x 26.16 x 2.54 cm

  Weight: 2.400 kg

  detailed info

  from US$756.24

  • US$756.24 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-02-22 04:53:33, EST
  • US$869.68 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2020-02-22 04:57:25, EST

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• #1, Laptops ($1025 - $1325)

  

  MSI Alpha 15 Gaming Laptop from US$990;
  ~$1319 with accessories

  This laptop aims to deliver satisfying gaming performance at a reasonable price, and it's worth a look if you need a gaming PC that can be set anywhere. You wil... Read More about the A3DDK-012CA

  • the Serious Video Editor
  • the Serious Gamer
  • the Serious Photo Editor
  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Graphic Designer
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  performance in Video Editing

  5/5

  Exceeds recommended specs, fit for hardcore users.

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 3750H

  Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 5500M

  Memory: 16.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 35.76 x 24.79 x 2.74 cm

  Weight: 2.300 kg

  detailed info

  from US$982.37

  • US$982.37 from Canada Computers (New)
    as of 2020-02-22 04:26:44, EST
  • US$983.12 from Memory Express (New)
    as of 2020-02-22 05:06:24, EST
  • US$1019.42 from Visions Electronics (New)
    as of 2020-02-22 12:38:11, EST
  • US$1140.36 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2020-02-22 05:54:31, EST

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• #2, Laptops ($850 - $1025)

  

  Asus TUF 17-inch Gaming Laptop from US$680;
  ~$949 with accessories

  This laptop's top priorities are performance and durability, and the resulting computer is capable of handling quite a few video games and creative tasks. It's... Read More about the FX705DY-EH53

  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	0/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by Large Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	1.5/5
  Storage	1.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 3550H

  Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 560X

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 17.3"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 39.88 x 27.98 x 2.79 cm

  Weight: 2.720 kg

  detailed info

  from US$679.87

  • US$679.87 from Microsoft (New)
    as of 2020-02-22 12:52:02, EST
  • US$731.91 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2020-02-21 09:52:37, EST

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• #2, Laptops ($1025 - $1325)

  

  Asus ROG STRIX Hero Edition 15" Gaming Laptop from US$910;
  ~$1220 with accessories

  This is a compelling cost-efficient gaming laptop which would also be a great choice for creative tasks like video editing or graphic design; as long as you don... Read More about the GL503GE-RS71

  • the Tinkerer
  • the Video Editor
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	3.5/5
  Power	4/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i7-8750H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.40 x 26.20 x 2.30 cm

  Weight: 2.600 kg

  detailed info

  from US$907.49

  • US$907.49 from Amazon (New)
    as of 2020-02-20 22:29:16, EST
  • US$1058.74 from The Source (New)
    as of 2020-02-21 03:34:34, EST
  • US$1157.81 from Newegg (New)
    as of 2020-02-21 05:31:12, EST

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• #3, Laptops ($850 - $1025)

  

  Asus FX504GD 15" Gaming Laptop from US$760;
  ~$1020 with accessories

  This gaming laptop is an affordable option if you're seeking a graphically capable PC for creativity purposes or if you're not interested in playing the most de... Read More about the FX504GD-RS51

  • the Video Editor
  • the Serious Music Producer
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	0.5/5

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: Intel Core i5-8300H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 1 TB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 38.40 x 26.20 x 2.50 cm

  Weight: 2.200 kg

  detailed info

  US$756.24 from The Source (New) as of 2020-02-21 04:39:45, EST

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• #2, Laptops ($725 - $850)

  

  Asus TUF 15-inch Gaming Laptop from US$610;
  ~$820 with accessories

  This laptop's top priorities are performance and durability, and the resulting computer is capable of handling pretty demanding video games and creative tasks... Read More about the FX505DD-BH51-CB

  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Multitasker
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	4/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	3/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	3.5/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	1/5
  Autonomy	0/5

  performance in Video Editing

  3/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  1/5

  Meets minimal requirements

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 3550H

  Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050

  Memory: 8.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 36.07 x 26.16 x 2.54 cm

  Weight: 2.218 kg

  detailed info

  US$604.99 from Best Buy (New) as of 2020-02-22 06:40:32, EST

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• #3, Laptops ($725 - $850)

  

  Asus VivoBook 15.6" Laptop - Slate Grey from US$570;
  ~$820 with accessories

  This Laptop is a cost-efficient solution for productivity, multitasking and even some creative experimentation.

  • the Serious Multitasker
  • the Video Editor
  • the Photo Editor
  • the Productivity-Focused User
  • the Media Consumer
  • the Audio Editor

  Device Ratings

  by Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	4/5
  Portability	2.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by All Smart Devices standards

  Bang for the Buck	2.5/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	2/5
  Storage	2.5/5
  Portability	3.5/5
  Autonomy	2/5

  by Portable Laptops standards

  Bang for the Buck	3/5
  Versatility for the Price	4.5/5
  Power	1/5
  Storage	3.5/5
  Portability	3/5
  Autonomy	2.5/5

  performance in Video Editing

  3.5/5

  Meets recommended specs

  performance in Adobe Premiere Pro CC

  2/5

  More than the bare minimum but not quite recommended specs.

  performance in iMovie

  N/A

  Not Available For this Platform

  Specs

  Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 3500U

  Graphics: AMD Radeon Vega 8 Mobile

  Memory: 12.00 GB

  Storage: 512.00 GB

  Screen Size: 15.6"

  Screen Resolution: 1920×1080

  Dimensions: 35.72 x 23.04 x 1.99 cm

  Weight: 1.700 kg

  detailed info

  from US$567.18

  • US$567.18 from Best Buy (Open Box)
    as of 2020-02-22 04:35:48, EST
  • US$604.99 from Best Buy (New)
    as of 2020-02-22 04:30:01, EST

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